The University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) offers a Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity with a focus on Computer Science. This program is designed to be completed in 18 months, providing students with the skills needed for a career in cybersecurity. The total tuition fee for this course is USD 21,965. To apply for the MS Cybersecurity program, students must demonstrate their English language skills. UMSL accepts scores from IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE tests for this purpose. Additionally, applicants need to have a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale to be eligible for admission.

12th Grade

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for 12th grade.

Graduation

Applicants need to have a bachelor's degree, ideally in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a similar field. The minimum GPA required is 3.25 on a 4.0 scale. Students with a GPA between 2.75 and 3.24 may be accepted under certain conditions. Those with degrees in other fields must show they have relevant skills, which can be proven through academic or work experience, or by taking a test. Applicants should have programming skills in C/C++ and Java, with at least three college semesters or equivalent experience. They must also be familiar with computer organization and assembly-level programming, as well as Unix/Linux/OSX and command-line scripting. Additionally, students must have completed math courses similar to Survey Calculus or Calculus I, an elementary course in probability or statistics, and a course in discrete mathematics.

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Application Process for University of Missouri-St. Louis

Step One: Prepare Your Documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
You need to write a Statement of Purpose.

Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
You must submit two Letters of Recommendation from people who can assess your recent work. If you want to apply for an assistantship, you will need a third letter.

Resume/CV
Make sure to include your Resume or CV.

Step Two: Additional Documents Required

You will also need to provide the following documents:

• Official Transcripts
• Writing Sample
• Supplemental/Secondary Application
• GMAT/GRE Score
• English Language Proficiency Score
• Statement of Finances
• Copy of Your Passport

Step Three: Start Your Online Application

Begin your application by visiting the online application portal.

Step Four: Application Fees

The application fee is USD 40, which is approximately INR 3.37 Thousand.

Payment Methods:
You can pay using a credit card or by wire transfer.

Step Five: Application Deadlines

The application deadlines are as follows:

• For Fall (August): May 1st
• For Spring (January): October 1st

*These dates are tentative and based on last year's records. For exact deadlines, please consult with our expert counselors.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"